The Premier League returns after the international break with a compelling London derby as West Ham hosts Tottenham at the London Stadium. This game is set to be a test of character for both sides, with West Ham looking to build on their recent victory and Tottenham aiming to bounce back from their first defeat of the season.
Match Details:
CompetitionDateKick-off (GMT)VenuePremier LeagueSeptember 13, 20255:30 PMLondon Stadium, London, England
Team Form and Analysis:
West Ham enters this match looking to continue their recovery after a difficult start to the season. The hosts are coming off a dominant 3-0 away victory over Nottingham Forest, a result that will give them a huge boost of confidence. Under manager Graham Potter, the Hammers have been a resilient side, and they will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage to secure a crucial three points against a direct rival. Despite some key injuries to players like Niclas Fullkrug and Luis Guilherme, the squad’s depth is impressive, with new signings looking to make an impact.
Tottenham, meanwhile, has had an impressive start to their season, with two wins and one loss. The visitors are coming off a disappointing 1-0 home defeat to AFC Bournemouth and will be looking to get back to winning ways. Under manager Thomas Frank, Spurs have shown an impressive attacking prowess, with new signings like Xavi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani in contention to make their debuts. However, they will be without key players like James Maddison and Dominic Solanke due to injury.
Head-to-Head:
The historical head-to-head record between these two clubs is in favor of Tottenham, who have won 102 of their 225 competitive meetings, compared to West Ham’s 67. However, West Ham has a good recent record at home, with Tottenham being winless in their last five league visits to the London Stadium.
Player to Watch:
West Ham: All eyes will be on their key attacking players, particularly Jarrod Bowen and Lucas Paquetá. Bowen is a clinical finisher and has scored in their recent victory over Nottingham Forest, while Paquetá is a creative force in the midfield and will be looking to provide a spark for the home side.
Tottenham: The focus for Tottenham will be on their new signings, Xavi Simons and Mohammed Kudus. Simons is a talented playmaker who will be looking to make an immediate impact on his debut, while Kudus will be facing his former club for the first time since his summer move. His ability to create chances and score goals will be a constant threat to the West Ham defense.
Prediction:
Given Tottenham’s superior squad depth and their strong recent record against West Ham in general, they are the slight favorites to win this match. However, West Ham’s recent victory and their home advantage will make this a tight and highly competitive affair. A narrow away victory for Tottenham or a hard-fought draw seems like a very plausible outcome.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the West Ham vs Tottenham match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
UK: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Go
USA: NBC, FuboTV, Peacock
Canada: DAZN
India: JioHotstar, Star Sports 3 Asia
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